SQA Planning and Delivering Training Sessions to Groups @ SCQF 6

Introduction

This course is a great introduction to teaching. On successful completion, delegates will receive an SQA certificate that allows them to deliver training to groups. Some examples include; In-house training to staff; Life Guard Trainers, First Aid Trainers.
This course is suitable for those who aspire to a training role, or who expect to have training responsibilities as part of their future career.

Course code

SPDT

Location

Dumfries and Stranraer Campus

Duration

3 days

Price

£475.00

Availability

Location: Dumfries
Induction Session Via MS Teams – 13 Apr 2026 13:00

Day 1 – 15 Apr 2026 09:00
Day 2 – 21 Apr 2026 09:00
Day 3 – 28 Apr 2026 09:00

Entry Requirements

No formal entry criteria, however you should have good communication skills and have a good standard of English, which will allow effective learning of all the unit outcomes.

You should also be knowledgeable and experienced in the subject area(s) that you plan to deliver and possess a genuine desire to share this knowledge and develop your skills in the planning and delivery of training.

Important Notice for All Course Attendees To attend and complete the course, you must bring valid photographic identification. Acceptable forms of ID include:

A valid UK passport
A full or provisional UK driving licence

Please note:
Failure to present a valid photo ID on the day may result in you being unable to complete the course. This requirement is part of our compliance procedures and is essential for verifying participant identity. Thank you for your cooperation.

Course Content

Course Syllabus:

Explain the trainer’s role in ensuring learners’ needs are met
Preparing learning objectives, session plan and learning support materials to meet learner requirements
Deliver planned interactive training session and assess the progress and achievement of learners
Evaluate the effectiveness of the training sessions delivered and your own practice

Course Objectives:

Design and deliver an effective interactive training session to a group of people
Create training activities and write clear objectives of the session
Carry out two interactive training sessions
Provide constructive feedback to peers

Assessments

Candidates will be observed delivering two sessions and will also observe and provide feedback to the other group members sessions. There is a written assessment to complete also.